I want to use this under a constant load being pulled with a winch. I would not want the lock, can it be disengaged?
25678
If you have the main pull rope off at a angle it will be disengaged. That is how it is relesed.
1183571
No, you can keep it connected while you use the battery system of your trailer. I believe that is what you are asking. But if you mean should it be disconnected while the trailer is moving I would say, yes.
541005
To me, the key is in putting some weight on the hooks, or just pulling on them, as you have the locking mechanism disengaged. Keeping it disengaged is about holding the rope at the correct angle to get the locking arm to stay away from the rope. Once it is disengaged, just hold the angle and pull the hooks down.
999748
It is a manual winch and there is a position on the selector to free wheel out but the crank is still engaged so controlled release is possible. Steer clear of the crank if you lose control of it.
7720
Nothing would stop you. The privacy handle can easily be unlocked from he outside, but the dead bolt would give the door a true lock.
609449
When locked it takes some force to opne. No worries it won't break just give it a good strong pull and it'll open.
1891742
I would definitely not recommend this for a winch. This is not a power supply that will give much Ah power especially sustained, this is a light duty for basically LED lighting only. You will do nothing but fry out the power supply.
493662
This is for use while unhitched and parked. There are few locks that are more than a deterrent to those who would like to make a fast 'get away' because most can be overcome in one way or another (good sledge hammer, pry bar, etc.) if one is determined to get them off! This one does a descent job, but I had to add a piece of steel plate cut in a 'U' and attach on the flat surface of the lock around the 'ball' piece. This tightened up the loose fit this had on my coupler and made the lock bar over the top very tight. Less wiggle and give to get a pry bar under.
1218412
no you cant. you have to release the cord into normal position and then you can lock
1907756
I have had 0 issues with the winch. Make sure you put the winch on free spool and pull the rope out. Never use the winch out button unless absolutely necessary.
2229255
It depends on the application. It is designed for a cable, not a strap as once described. It is unlike a trailer winch as it uses a clutch to hold a load in stead of a ratchet mechanism. So you can let go of the handle and it will not unwind under load. However, if you want to lower the load just crank in the opposite direction and it will lower the load. If you tower is made to accept a winch, i.e. a telescoping tower, I would be inclined to believe it would work fine. I have one on a Genie Lift that was OEM, and another in my well pump shed that makes pulling my submersible pump a one man job. It depends on the application. It is designed for a cable, not a strap as once described. It is unlike a trailer winch as it uses a clutch to hold a load in stead of a ratchet mechanism. So you can let go of the handle and it will not unwind under load. However, if you want to lower the load just crank in the opposite direction and it will lower the load. If you tower is made to accept a winch, i.e. a telescoping tower, I would be inclined to believe it would work fine. I have one on a Genie Lift that was OEM, and another in my well pump shed that makes pulling my submersible pump a one man... » Read More It depends on the application. It is designed for a cable, not a strap as once described. It is unlike a trailer winch as it uses a clutch to hold a load in stead of a ratchet mechanism. So you can let go of the handle and it will not unwind under load. However, if you want to lower the load just crank in the opposite direction and it will lower the load. If you tower is made to accept a winch, i.e. a telescoping tower, I would be inclined to believe it would work fine. I have one on a Genie Lift that was OEM, and another in my well pump shed that makes pulling my submersible pump a one man job. « Show Less
1293636
In my opinion, if the unit is folded down in the storage position with the cover installed, it would be difficult to steal.No, it can not be locked on. With some ingenuity you could adapt it to lock.
489439
It doesn't have a locking feature. It relies on friction against the surface it's resting on to keep it from slipping. If I'm not mistaken, I believe the manufacturer has a maximum angle for which it can be safely used.
88968
I don't know if I can help with this, but you can flip the switch to release the gear which allows the winch to release the strap....but you'd better have hold of the handle or it will spin freely. The winch is a good size and the handle as well. I have a 21 foot bass boat and I have no problem loading the boat even if the trailer isn't far enough in the water. And for unloading a boat, as long as you are careful and have control of the handle, I don't see an issue....but there is nothing to stop the winch if you take your hand off the handle...if that's what you're asking.
890999
It could but I would trust the lock. It's more of a diterant than anything. It's easy to pull the cable out of the crimp
2223775
This trailer lock requires that a trailer must be disconnected from the towing vehicle in order to function. As an alternative, your trailer almost certainly has the safety chains that are used to attach to the towing vehicle when your trailer is attached. Use a separate padlock with a hasp too large to be cut with a pair of bolt cutters to connect a safety chain to the towing vehicle. Hope this helps.From: charlesneely@mygrande.net
1055264
yes it can be disengaged but turning it off would be a challenge because of where the stop switch is on the engine.